May weather forecast
Dunkirk, OH

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Dunkirk, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 70.3°F (21.3°C) and an average low of 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Dunkirk's weather sees a temperature rise, transitioning from a refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C) in April to a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C) on average during May.

Humidity

In Dunkirk, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 19.3 days. Throughout May, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.7 rainfall days, and 29.72" (755mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dunkirk, Ohio. May is the last month it regularly snows in Dunkirk. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Dunkirk aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.9 snowfall days, and 13.23" (336mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dunkirk, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:59 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Dunkirk in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Dunkirk, records 70.3°F (21.3°C), while the low-temperature is 53.4°F (11.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Dunkirk?

The average relative humidity in May in Dunkirk, Ohio, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Dunkirk in May?

In May, in Dunkirk, Ohio, the rain falls for 19.3 days. Throughout May, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Dunkirk?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Dunkirk aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Dunkirk?

In Dunkirk, the average day length in May is 14h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Dunkirk?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dunkirk, Ohio, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:59 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dunkirk have in May?

In Dunkirk, Ohio, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Dunkirk?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Dunkirk is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Dunkirk, OH

Average temperature in May - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Dunkirk, OH

Average pressure in May - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Dunkirk, OH

Average wind speed in May - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Dunkirk, OH

Average humidity in May - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Dunkirk, OH

Average rainfall in May - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
Dunkirk, OH

Average rainfall days in May - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Dunkirk, OH

Average snowfall in May - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Dunkirk, OH

Average snowfall days in May - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dunkirk, OH

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dunkirk, OH

Average sunshine days in May - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Dunkirk, OH

Average UV index in May - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Dunkirk, OH

Average cloud cover in May - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Dunkirk, OH

Average visibility in May - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, August and September (5mi).

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